A 'different' president

During his five years in Raisina Hill, Mukherjee upheld the dignity and decorum of his position

There is no doubt that President Pranab Mukherjee has upheld the dignity and decorum of his position as the first citizen and constitutional head of state with his excellent conduct.

During his five years at Rashtrapati Bhavan in Raisina Hill, he has tried not to compromise on issues pertaining to the Constitution, within the ambit of his powers. He has advised the Narendra Modi government to desist from amending the Constitution at the drop of a hat and to restore ordinances only in "compelling circumstances". This indicates his anguish over the repetitive ordinances that were promulgated by the National Democratic